San Jose Sharks Earn First Win
The San Jose Sharks ended two weeks of frustration with a thrilling 6-5 win over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
Macklin Celebrini recorded his second career NHL hat trick and matched a career-high with five points, including a key assist on the overtime winner.
"I just wanted to stay on the puck,"
Celebrini said. Will Smith scored at the 1:37 mark of overtime, finishing with two goals and two assists, matching a career-high of four points.
- San Jose Sharks: 1-4-2
- Winning goal: Celebrini stole the puck and fed Smith with a cross-ice pass for a one-timer that beat goalie Igor Shesterkin.
Author's summary: Sharks win first game.